Glasgow helicopter crash: Prince Charles visits the site of the tragedy and meets members of the emergency services involved in search and rescue operation

A WEEK on, the Prince, known as the Duke of Rothesay when in Scotland, heard about the complex operation at the Clutha bar from Police Scotland Chief Constable Sir Stephen House and will sign a book of condolence at the City Chambers.

The Prince, known as the Duke of Rothesay when in Scotland, also spoke to Alasdair Hay, chief officer of Scottish Fire and Rescue, and Pauline Howie, chief executive of the Scottish Ambulance Service.

He will later sign a book of condolence at the City Chambers.

Two police constables and a civilian pilot were killed when the helicopter crashed on to the roof of the busy pub on Friday night while returning from a police operation. The crew members were captain David Traill, 51, and officers Kirsty Nelis, 36, and Tony Collins, 43.

Six people died inside the pub where live music was being played at the time. They were Robert Jenkins, 61, Mark O'Prey, 44, Colin Gibson, 33, John McGarrigle, 57, Gary Arthur, 48, and Samuel McGhee, 56.

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg visited the crash site earlier this week and tributes have also been laid at the scene by Glasgow-born comedian and actor Billy Connolly, Celtic manager Neil Lennon and Rangers manager Ally McCoist.